ATHLETIC PERFORMANCE

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Dec 12 2025EDUCATION

Exploring the Science of Sports: A New Exhibit in Pittsburgh

A new exhibit called "Sports360" is about to open at the Kamin Science Center in Pittsburgh. This exhibit is all about the science behind sports. It will be the biggest exhibit at the center, taking up 9, 500 square feet. The exhibit has four main areas: prepare, practice, participate, and go pro.

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Sep 19 2025SPORTS

Noah Lyles Makes History in the 200 Meters

Noah Lyles has done it again! He won the 200 meters at the world championships, making it his fourth title in this event. It was a close race, but Lyles pulled ahead in the final stretch, beating Kenny Bednarek by just 0. 06 seconds. Lyles finished in 19. 52 seconds, showing his speed and skill. Ly

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Jul 12 2025SPORTS

How Girls' Bodies Change and How Training Can Help

Girls' bodies go through big changes as they grow up. These changes affect how they move and perform in sports. One important aspect is the stretch-shortening cycle (SSC). This is a process in muscles that helps with explosive movements like jumping and sprinting. Research shows that the SSC gets b

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Jul 10 2025HEALTH

Sleep Trend or Health Risk? The Truth About Mouth Taping

A new trend is circulating on social media platforms like Instagram and TikTok. It involves taping your mouth shut while sleeping. The goal is to improve sleep quality and boost athletic performance. But is it safe? Let's dive in. The idea behind mouth taping is simple. By taping your mouth shut, y

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Jul 07 2025SPORTS

Warm-Up Wisdom: Can FIFA 11+ Be a Game-Changer for All Athletes?

The FIFA 11+ program is a well-known warm-up routine that aims to reduce injuries in soccer. It includes exercises that enhance strength, balance, and agility. But the question is, can athletes from other sports also benefit from this program? First, let's consider the core benefits of FIFA 11+. It

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Jun 25 2025SPORTS

Fueling the Mat: What Wrestlers Really Need

Wrestling is not just about raw strength. It's a mix of power, speed, and stamina. To stay competitive, wrestlers often step on the mat at a lower weight. This helps them maintain a better balance between their strength and weight. But what about the role of supplements? Do they really help wrestler

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Jun 17 2025SPORTS

A Hurdler's Journey: From Oslo Setback to Stockholm Triumph

Rai Benjamin, the Olympic gold medalist in the 400m hurdles, has a clear strategy: focus on quality over quantity. This approach has served him well, especially after his recent performance in the Oslo Diamond League. Benjamin lost to Karsten Warholm in a thrilling 300m hurdles race. Warholm's time

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May 21 2025SPORTS

How Blood Flow Tricks Boost Athletic Performance

The idea of tweaking blood flow to boost athletic performance has been around since the 1980s and 1990s. This technique, known as ischemic preconditioning (IPC), started as a way to protect the heart, but it's now being looked at for its potential to enhance physical activity and recovery.

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May 04 2025SPORTS

Does Core Training Really Boost Athletic Performance?

Core training has become a staple in the world of sports. It is often seen as a magic bullet for improving athletic performance. However, the actual benefits of core training across various sports and performance areas are not as clear-cut. This is because most studies have focused on single sports

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Apr 24 2025SPORTS

Jumping Higher with Smart Cues

The world of sports science is always looking for ways to boost performance. Recently, a group of researchers put a spotlight on how different verbal cues can change the way athletes jump. They focused on the countermovement jump, a common move in many sports. They gathered 18 men who were already

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